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University of Iowa

Iowa Young Writers' Studio (IYWS): 6-Week Online Courses

An asynchronous online writing program offering eight 6-week courses (nonfiction, poetry, fiction, playwriting, TV writing) taught by Iowa Writers' Workshop graduates. Students engage 3–4 hours weekly with writing assignments, peer critique, and discussion forums.

Jan, Jun · 2–6 wk sessionsOnline<$500161 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsCreative Writing, Poetry, Fiction Writing, Nonfiction Writing, Playwriting, TV Writing

Cost<$500 · $475

Websitehttps://iyws.program.uiowa.edu/6-week-online-courses

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Creator School

Creator School: Individualized Fiction Writing Program

A flexible, individualized fiction writing mentorship program offering four 1-hour private sessions with an experienced author. Students work at their own pace across three levels—from generating material and building voice, to shaping drafts, to polishing for publication—with tailored craft instruction and feedback.

Jun–AugOnline / CommuterUnited States<$500

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts

SubjectsFiction Writing

Cost<$500 · $375

Websitehttps://www.creatorschoolca.com/

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Write the World

Write The World: Virtual Writing Camp

A virtual writing camp offering multiple 5-day concurrent sessions in novel writing, fiction, science fiction/fantasy, poetry, and college essay writing. Participants engage in 90-minute daily synchronous Zoom sessions plus asynchronous self-guided work, with peer and expert review.

Jul–Aug · 1 wk sessionsOnline$500–$1,499Rolling

Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsCreative Writing, Fiction Writing, Novel Writing, Science Fiction and Fantasy Writing, Poetry, College Essay Writing

Cost$500–$1,499 · $349

Websitehttps://writetheworldworkshops.com/global-writing/virtual-writing-camp/

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Quinnipiac University

Quinnipiac University Summer Programs: Creative Writing - Fiction

A one-week immersive summer workshop for high school students focusing on short fiction writing. Participants develop characters, plot structures, and dialogue while completing one polished short story by program end in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterHamden, CT$1,500–$2,999Rolling (registration opens October 2026)

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic

SubjectsCreative Writing, Fiction Writing

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,500

Websitehttps://www.qu.edu/academics/about-our-programs/summer-experiences-courses/high-school-students/creative-writing/

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UNC Asheville

UNC Asheville Pre-College Program: Great Smokies Young Writers Workshop

A 6-day residential workshop for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors focusing on creative writing through two tracks: character development in fiction and poetic techniques. Students participate in peer workshopping, faculty-led instruction from published authors, and an end-of-week reading for family and friends.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialAsheville, NC$1,500–$2,999Rolling; enrollment open until spaces filled

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsCreative Writing, Poetry, Fiction Writing

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,470

Websitehttps://precollege.unca.edu/

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